"Extremely Easy Job" is an adaptation based on the original script of "Extreme Job." It is the second-highest-grossing film of all time in South Korea. The film revolves around the story of a retired police officer named Thai (Hua Vy Van). To investigate the illegal activities of Hoang (Tien Luat), Thai opens the Bui Tre rice paper restaurant. Assisting him in the mission as the "restaurant owner" are Phu (Kieu Minh Tuan), Vinh (Huong Phuong), Thu (Thu Trang), and Meo (Quang Tuan). As the story progresses, they get entangled in hilarious situations while approaching Hoang.
"Extremely Easy Job" draws on the background of the popular web drama produced by Thu Trang called "Chuyen Xom Tui," linking it with the original Korean story. Therefore, the film brings both novelty and familiarity, making it more enjoyable. To suit the "purely folk" nature of the Vietnamese people, director Vo Thanh Hoa even created a "national soul, national character" dish, which is pho-flavored broken rice, as the main product of the Bui Tre restaurant.
For those wondering if "Extremely Easy Job" is as funny as the original, rest assured that this remake is extremely humorous! With an interesting script and a cast known for their comedic talents, the film delivers laughs effortlessly.
Kieu Minh Tuan and Thu Trang have previously collaborated in several impressive films. If you have seen this box office hit, you won't be disappointed as their performances are not only consistent but also more humorous and charming in "Extremely Easy Job." This dynamic duo brings unique and colorful characters, different from the original and their previous roles.
In terms of visuals, director Vo Thanh Hoa's "brainchild" harmonizes the color tones with the down-to-earth and "dusty" personalities of the characters. Well-chosen camera angles enhance the beauty of the action scenes. The final scenes with the "monster" group's "righteous" moves and the real assassin Kim's "finger sword" are truly captivating. The slow-motion sequences applied twice in the film are a notable deviation from the original.
The sound of the film also complements the narrative well, with lively songs like "Ngua O Thuong Nho" (Pham Anh Khoa) and "Bung Cai Co Lien" (Ricky Star, Only C) appearing at the right moments, adding to the film's allure. In a work filled with funny situations seamlessly woven together, incorporating suitable musical pieces becomes an excellent catalyst for the audience to resonate with the film's rhythm.
